October 14, 2025

In 1999 in retreat from mainstream ambivalence the idea of becoming a Troubadour was perversely alluring. Two acoustic guitars, a suitcase, and a round the world ticket. It took a …

March 25, 2025

In March 2020 I was made unemployed.Quite an achievement considering I was, and I remain self employed.Such was the impact of the COVID pandemic.My family were locked down for two …

May 4, 2015

This was originally posted 29 July 2010 but I’m reviving it, because it is awesome.

Definitely my favourite email this year came today from Brisbane. Here’s the note in it’s entirety …

March 31, 2004

This is me, caught by Mike, my sound guy, leaving the fabulous Angel Inn, Hetton, Yorks. I could still wear all black in 2003.

February 3, 2005

Q – Hi Lloyd Was that really you posting on Go-Betweens.net today?

January 29, 2005

Lloyd,
how do you feel about your music being used as incidental background music to TV programs. Do they have to ask your permission, and do you always say yes, or …

January 28, 2005

Q – Rangers or Celtic? Who do you prefer?

A – Celtic, though bear in mind I don’t really care – I’m a Chelsea fan. My brother, inexplicably, favours the ‘Gers, …

January 27, 2005

In 1986 I saw the Commotions at the Milton Keynes bowl and loved the version of (the then unreleased) Mr Malcontent.

January 26, 2005

Q – Over here in UK, Bez from Happy Mondays has just won Celebrity Big Brother.
Are there any reality TV shows you’d ever be tempted to take part in? “The …